Ayurveda for Massage Therapists 101 Online Course
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Ancient Healing Arts for Modern Times
Ayurveda is the science of long life; of daily living; of digestion. Ayur: “life” Veda: “knowledge”. Based on Samkhaya’s philosophy, Ayurveda is ancient medical science that can help individuals make wise, conscious choices about daily living and staying healthy. It is a comprehensive medical system that includes, yoga, diet, bodywork, psychology, surgery, consciousness, herbs, gynecology, pediatrics, astrology and much more.
There are many forms of Ayurvedic bodywork, all rooted in the ancient Tibetan and Indian rejuvenation and purification modality called ‘Pancha Karma’. This course covers the various components of Pancha Karma in broad strokes. There are numerous methods, concepts and forms of ayurvedic massage and bodywork. No one really knows what the original method were thousands of years ago, hence, no one can claim their method is “authentic”. After years and years of searching for one method that resonated with me, I decided there is no “holy grail” of Ayurvedic Bodywork, but instead a plethora of many possibilities. In lieu of that, to make this course as robust and powerful as possible, I have combined what I learned from Dr. Vasant Lad, Dr. Maribali Naina, Robert Sachs, Dr. Mishra, Kripalu and Dr. John Doulliard.
This course will teach massage therapists how to integrate aspects of Ayurveda into their massage practice. Students will learn step-by-step practical Ayurvedic techniques, moves, theories, concepts, philosophies, energy medicine and applications of sacred substances on the dermis. This information can easily integrate into western massage therapies. Learning and practicing this time-proven wisdom may open the doorway of consciousness for students, reactivating what they may already know as true in the healing arts.
Holistic Approach
Integrating Ayurveda into your practice can provide a comprehensive healing experience for your clients.
Unique Skills
Mastering Ayurvedic techniques will set you apart from other therapists in your field.
Client Satisfaction
With Ayurveda, you can offer your clients a deeper level of relaxation and healing.
Imagine transforming your massage therapy practice with the power of Ayurveda.
Ayurveda is considered one of the top 3 medical systems in the world, according to the World Health Organization. Ayurvedic massage is becoming a standard on some of the most elite spa menus and is taught in some of the most progressive massage schools across the country. Over one quarter of the questions on the MBLEX national exam are on based eastern and ayurvedic principles. It is now becoming mandatory to know about the science of Ayurveda in order to be a nationally certified massage therapist.
Testimonials
Dear Karyn: What a wonderful experience all students had during Karyn's visit to our BlissBlissBliss Spa. From the fundamentals of Ayurveda to full demonstration of Abyanga, Karna Purna, Nasya, and Shirodara Karyn led us on a beautiful, profound, insightful journey. Karyn was like a positive versions of pandora's box. Open the lid and information keeps flowing. We are still basking in the warmth of her personality, her integrity and honesty in her teachings and the love she shared in this beautiful craft. We can't wait to have her come back next year.
Elizabeth Halliday-Reynolds
Owner and LMT at BlissBlissBliss, Morgantown, WV
Hi Karyn, I am one of your students from the Sacred Stone Therapy and Massage Ethics training held in Newton MA at the AMTA Convention. I really enjoyed your classes. You are one of the best instructors I've ever met and hope to get more training from you in the future. I am writing to request a DVD of yours so that I can watch online as you instructed in class. By the way, when are you going to open your massage school? I am sending a picture to remind you of who I am. I hope you still remember me. Thanks and best wishes to you!
May Lynch
Sacred Stone Therapy & Massage Ethics Student
Student Objectives
- History of Ayurveda and pancha karma
- Discover the 5 great elements, the gunas and the doshas
- Ayurvedic self-massage
- Seven sacred tissues in the body
- Benefits of oil massage and all Ayurvedic bodywork
- Precautionary measures
- What oils are best for who and when
- How to detox the entire body with lemon and salt on the feet
- Learn the direction of terminal clearance
- Overview of karna purna therapy (oil application in the ears)
- Overview of nasya therapy (oil application in nose)
- Overview of shirodhara therapy (oil/substances flowing over the head)
- Overview of garshana therapy (raw silk glove friction modality)
- Overview of swedhana therapy (steam tent thermo-hydrotherapy)
- Overview of abhyana therapy (warm oil massage)
- Overview of Shila abhyanga (hot stone massage)
- Learn the massage moves taught at the Ayurvedic Institute in NM
- Discover the marma points on the body
- Learn about mudras and chakras
- Ayurvedic nutrition and a purification recipe called kitchadi
- Discover the 5 koshas (energy bodies)
Graduation from this home-study course with a grade of 75% or higher through the National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork signifies that you have professional training in Ayurvedic Bodywork. To qualify as a Registered Ayurvedic Health Counselor, you might be interested in enrolling in our online 1-year program found at this link.
Included In This Course
- Online enrollment
- Access to the student dashboard with explicit, helpful step-by-step instructions
- One PDF (digital) training manual approximately 130 illustrated pages (print or read online)
- Tandem Abhyanga Massage Therapy eDVD
- Sacred Stone Therapy: Concepts & Theory eDVD
- Sacred Stone Therapy Classroom Demonstration eDVD
- Shirodhara Therapy DVD
- Swedhana-Garshana-Detox-Ayurvedic Treatment eDVD
- Links and instructions on where to find oils, products and Ayurveda resource page
- Sample Client Profile
- Overview of the foundations of Ayurveda
- Online course forms
- Multiple-choice open-book exam with 53 questions
- Transcripts are automatically enabled for printing with a passing score
- Certification upon meeting the practicum material listed below
- This course allows students to download the PDF manual(s) to their computer, for viewing at any time and as often as they wish. Once you download your course materials, they are yours forever.
- You can watch our mp4 E-DVDs on our website using our FV Flow Player. No download needed!
Investment: $227.00
Start anytime. Go at your own pace. Purely online.
After your payment goes through you'll receive an automated email with login credentials and instructions immediately upon purchasing this course. Anyone may enroll. No prerequisites. This course is ideal for massage therapists, estheticians, Reiki masters, yoga therapists and other healers.
Earn 50 CE credits. Most students complete this course over a span of 11 hours, despite the 50 CEs assigned to this course. Approved in most states, including NY & Florida. Click here to discover your state regulations regarding massage therapy and continuing education (CBTMB) requirements. NCBTMB (Provider #155301-00).
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Steps to Complete the Course:
- View the e-DVDs and read the PDF Manual
- Purchase Dr. John Doulliard’s book at this link: Encyclopedia of Ayurvedic Massage. It costs approximately $7 used printed or $19 for the kindle edition.
- Submit Five Student Practicum Forms.
- Complete Five Critical Essays for each of your five practicum sessions describing your favorite and least favorite parts of this therapy and how you executed it.
- Complete The Student Essay Course Form.
- Complete The Client Testimony & Evaluation Form.
- To earn “Certification” status, attend a “live” on-campus one-day practicum exam with a certified ABS instructor.
OR: Submit a youtube video link of your best “practice 75-minute session” from start to finish.
Important Details
- Students have 1 year to complete, self-paced. We always allow extensions for extenuating circumstances.
- Everyone learns at a different rate, but most students complete this course within three months while working a full-time job.
- Practicum submissions will be graded as “Pass” or “Fail”.
- Multiple-choice exam requires 75% passing grade. Take the exam as many times as needed for a passing score, no worries.
- All e-DVDs and webinars can be downloaded and viewed as often as needed.
- A “Document of Completion” will be awarded to all students who submit a Course Evaluation Form and meet the outlined criteria with passing scores, however, “certification” will only be awarded to e-Course students who either pass the in-person practicum exam in Newport, RI or with another Sacred Stone ABS certified instructor or submit a youtube practicum video.
- There is no equipment mandatory to take this course since it is designed as an OVERVIEW of all the modalities ayurveda offers.
- If you plan on practicing shirohdara or swedhana (steam tent) therapy, you will need some equipment. If you plan to just practice the abhyanga therapy, all you will need is some oil and massage table.
